St. John the Baptist Parish Housing Authority
1714 Cannes Dr, La Place, LA, 70068 · ~417 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — La Place, LA (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: St. John the Baptist Parish
Who this agency serves
St. John the Baptist Parish Housing Authority served 300 households across 417 units (72% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 3.1 people, an average annual income of $19,647, and pays an average of $590 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 300 of 417 units
- Avg. household income
- $19,647
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $590
- Avg. household size
- 3.1 people
- Households with children
- 63%
- Head of household 62+
- 15%
- Head of household with a disability
- 26%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 70 months
Unit mix: 4% 1-bedroom, 23% 2-bedroom, 73% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through St. John the Baptist Parish Housing Authority, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $31,050 |
| 2 people | $35,450 |
| 3 people | $39,900 |
| 4 people | $44,300 |
| 5 people | $47,850 |
| 6 people | $51,400 |
| 7 people | $54,950 |
| 8 people | $58,500 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact St. John the Baptist Parish Housing Authority directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in La Place, LA
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
- Elderly
NORMANDY VILLAGE
1500 CALAIS DR., LAPLACE, LA, 70068-000060 income-restricted units2 2BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032 - Elderly
WILLOW RIDGE APTS.
441 NORTHWEST 3RD STREET, RESERVE, LA, 70056-000032 income-restricted units4 2BRBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact St. John the Baptist Parish Housing Authority directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.